Elites Experienced Paradise At Lucy'shttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/elites-in-the-new-year-.html
Tropical, beachy, paradise... some words used to describe the elements of this event. New faces, many familiar ones… all there to start the year off right! Bowls of Pao Pao Shrimp packed the right punch, drink tastings of freshly-squeezed, fruit-infused...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b7c758875b970b-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Pineapple painkiller at Lucys" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b7c758875b970b image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b7c758875b970b-800wi" title="Pineapple painkiller at Lucys" /></a></p>
<p>Tropical, beachy, paradise... some words used to describe the elements of this event.&#0160; New faces, many familiar ones… all there to start the year off right!&#0160; Bowls of Pao Pao Shrimp packed the right punch, drink tastings of freshly-squeezed, fruit-infused margaritas that were soon to make a full-time menu appearance and noshed on some poppin&#39; grub.&#0160; An Elite party without an Elite badge?&#0160; How about a life-sized one?&#0160; It made its rounds and definitely hit some Yelp Elite profile pages.&#0160; <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/lucys-retired-surfers-bar-and-restaurant-baton-rouge">Lucy&#39;s Retired Surfers Bar &amp; Restaurant</a> delivered greatness – gigantic shrimp, cool bartenders that made a mean Pineapple-Painkiller!&#0160; Did Elites smile for the camera?&#0160; Photographer <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/mistique-drake-photography-baton-rouge">Mistique Drake</a> made those memories permanent, for sure.&#0160; Did you make your mark on the scene? Click for <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157650687644277/" target="_self">pics</a> and <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elites-yelp-into-the-new-year-baton-rouge-2" target="_self">reviews</a>.&#0160;</p>
<p>Thank you to the management and staff at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/lucys-retired-surfers-bar-and-restaurant-baton-rouge" target="_self">Lucy&#39;s</a> for hosting our group!&#0160; <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/mistique-drake-photography-baton-rouge" target="_self">Mistique Drake</a> - you always capture the moments so exquisitely!</p>
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Throughout the month of January, over 150 local Yelpers participated in complimentary marital arts classes hosted by Twin Cities dojos and studios. From the deadly art of Japanese ju-jitsu, to acrobatic capoeira, to traditional boxing, there was a style for...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fc4f27970d-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Mahesh" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fc4f27970d image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fc4f27970d-800wi" title="Mahesh" /></a></p>
<p>Throughout the month of January, over 150 local Yelpers participated in complimentary marital arts classes hosted by Twin Cities dojos and studios. From the deadly art of Japanese ju-jitsu, to acrobatic capoeira, to traditional boxing, there was a style for every aspiring warrior. Thanks to our partners: <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/budo-beyond-martial-arts-minneapolis" target="_self">Budo — Beyond Martial Arts</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/omulu-capoeira-academy-richfield?osq=Minnesota+Capoeira" target="_self">Minnesota Capoeira</a>, D<a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/dog-soldier-mma-minneapolis" target="_self">og Soldier MMA</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/power-defense-kickboxing-minneapolis" target="_self">Power Defense Kickboxing</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-cellar-gym-minneapolis" target="_self">The Cellar Gym</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/uppercut-boxing-gym-minneapolis-3" target="_self">Uppercut Boxing</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/combat-ju-jitsu-minneapolis" target="_self">Combat Ju-Jitsu</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/twin-cities-aikido-center-saint-paul" target="_self">Twin Cities Aikido Center</a>, and <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/krav-maga-minneapolis-minneapolis" target="_self">Krav Maga Minneapolis</a>. Also,&#0160;see all the fun, <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157647943494983/" target="_self">captured in these awesome photos</a>!</p>Jonathan T2015-03-03T13:42:30-08:00Local Love For Sprout http://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/local-love-for-sprout-.html
40 Yelpers gathered together on a cold winter night to check out the newest hot spot in town Sprout Market & Eatery. Upstairs features a bright and airy farm to table restaurant inspired by regional, seasonal cuisine. Yelpers sampled house...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e17b45970c-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Yelpbanner2" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e17b45970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e17b45970c-800wi" title="Yelpbanner2" /></a></p>
<p>40 Yelpers gathered together on a cold winter night to check out the newest hot spot in town Sprout Market &amp; Eatery. Upstairs features a bright and airy farm to table restaurant inspired by regional, seasonal cuisine. Yelpers sampled house made favorites from their menu, the crowd pleaser being the mussels with local corn, roasted garlic, shallot, sherry wine, herbs, and finished with local butter. Sprout is also home to a beautiful market carrying everything from gourmet cheeses and jams, to local brews and hand crafted chocolate. Below enter &#39;Roots&quot; the cleverly named underground jazz club. Yelpers sipped house made sangria and enjoyed the sultry atmosphere while being serenaded by local musician Conner Clark and a fun time was had by all.</p>
<p>But don&#39;t just take our word for it!&#0160;Check out all the event photos by&#0160;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Evoking-Light-Photography/151845988351188" target="_blank">Evoking Light Photography</a>&#0160;on our&#0160;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.854301804627480.1073741877.105427556181579&amp;type=1&amp;notif_t=like" target="_blank">Yelp Cincinnati Facebook page</a>&#0160;and read all the reviews&#0160;<a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-rockin-roots-elite-event-cincinnati" target="_blank">here.&#0160;</a></p>
<p>Be sure to follow Sprout on&#0160;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sproutmountadams?fref=ts" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&#0160;<a href="https://twitter.com/SproutMtAdams" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, &amp; their&#0160;<a href="http://www.sproutmtadams.com/" target="_blank">website here</a>. To reserve Roots for a party of your own contact Whit at&#0160;info@SproutMtAdams.com.</p>
<p><strong>Special Thank You To Our Sponsors:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Sprout Market &amp; Eatery / Roots • Evoking Light Photography • Conner Clark&#0160;</strong></p>Cindy2015-03-03T08:21:57-08:00The Court Shows Offhttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/the-court-shows-off.html
The Yelp Elite Squad travelled back in time to the Age of Enlightenment and Café de Las Horas was the perfect venue for such a scenario. Delightful appetizers and gourmet products were served with glühwein, French pastries, and a brand...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e15b8d970c-pi" style="display: inline;" target="_self" title="http://www.yelp.es/biz/los-placeres-de-la-corte-caf%C3%A9-de-las-horas-val%C3%A8ncia"><img alt="Blog" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e15b8d970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e15b8d970c-800wi" title="Blog" /></a></p>
<p>The Yelp Elite Squad travelled back in time to the Age of Enlightenment&#0160;and Café de Las Horas was the perfect venue for such a scenario. Delightful appetizers and gourmet products were served with glühwein, French pastries, and a brand new Valencian craft beer made in Náquera. A duo of recognized musicians, who gave us a violin and piano concert, kept our spirits high and ears entertained throughout the evening — we were so privileged!&#0160;Yelpers gave a big applause to the fashion show, which was the crowning glory of the event. Read all the reviews <a href="The%20Yelp Elite Squad travelled back in time to the Age of Enlightenment and Café de Las Horas was the perfect venue for such a scenario. Delightful appetisers and gourmet products were served with glühwein, French pastries, and a brand new Valencian craft beer made in Náquera. A duo of recognised musicians, who gave us a violin and piano concert, kept our spirits high and ears entertained throughout the evening — we were so privileged! Yelpers gave a big applause to the fashion show, which was the crowning glory of the event. Read all the reviews here and see all the fabulous photos on the Flickr page." target="_self">here</a> and see all the fabulous photos from Ana Jiménez on the <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/16506190398/" target="_self">Flickr</a> page.</p>
<p>El Pelotón Élite de Yelp Valencia se trasladó a la Época de la Luces en su último evento. Hubo numerosas delicias saladas, servidas por los sponsors, y además vino caliente, cerveza artesanal hecha en Náquera y pastelería francesa. Todo ello acompañado de un sonido celestial para los oídos Yelpers, de la mano de dos músicos de reconocida trayectoria internacional. ¡Qué privilegio escuchar a Vivaldi y a Verdi&#0160;en el Café de las Horas! Se vieron &#0160;bastantes pieles de gallina debajo de pelucas y por encima de cuellos &quot;Lope de Vega&quot;. El colofón de la noche, lo marcó un desfile de moda increíble y muy, muy especial. No te pierdas las reseñas de los Yelpers <a href="http://www.yelp.es/biz/los-placeres-de-la-corte-caf%C3%A9-de-las-horas-val%C3%A8ncia" target="_self">aquí</a> y las fotos de Ana Jiménez en el álbum de <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/16073933183/in/photostream/" target="_self">Flickr</a>.&#0160;</p>
<p>Gracias a los sponsors de la noche:</p>
<p>Café de las Horas • Laboratorio • Ophidian Brewing Company • Maracaibo Olé • Creme Brûlèé • Of Course • La Escandalosa Ultramarinos&#0160;</p>Maria de Quesada2015-03-03T05:30:57-08:00The Hamburg Elites Cooked At The Hamburg Kochsalonhttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/the-hamburg-elites-cooked-at-the-hamburg-kochsalon.html
It was a Tuesday in February, the Yelp Hamburg Elites where invited by the Hamburger Kochsalon and Christian Wrenkh to relive the cuisine of northern Germany, using regional fresh products. No sooner said, than done. The 20 Yelper where split...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelp-kocht-im-hamburger-kochsalon-hamburg" style="display: inline;" target="_blank"><img alt="Header_blog" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e156f0970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e156f0970c-800wi" title="Header_blog" /></a></p>
<div>It was a Tuesday in February, the Yelp Hamburg Elites where invited by the <span style="color: #0000bf;"><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/hamburger-kochsalon-hamburg" target="_self">Hamburger&#0160;Kochsalon</a>&#0160;</span>and Christian Wrenkh to relive the cuisine of northern Germany, using regional fresh products.</div>
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<div>No sooner said, than done.&#0160;The 20 Yelper where split into groups of three and their assigned tasks.</div>
<div>The enthusiasm was great and Christian Wrenkh and his team supported all active.&#0160;After everything was cleaned, sliced and cooked. 90 minutes later,&#0160;the meal was ready. The working surfaces was prepared to a festive table, so it could started to the delicious part of the evening. The dinner!</div>
<div>It tasted all excellent and the atmosphere was relaxed and all got along splendidly. It was a completely successful evening, which is connected with great thanks to Christian Wrenkh and his team.&#0160;</div>
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<p dir="ltr">An einem Dienstag im Februar wurde die Hamburger Yelp Elite vom <a href="http://www.yelp.de/biz/hamburger-kochsalon-hamburg" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000bf;">Hamburger Kochsalon</span></a> und Christian Wrenkh eingeladen, die norddeutsche Küche neu zu erleben und mit regionalen Produkten zu kochen. Gesagt, getan!</p>
<p dir="ltr">Die 20 Yelper wurden in dreier Gruppen aufgeteilt und die Aufgaben verteilt. Danach wurde geputzt, geschnibbelt und gebrutzelt was das Zeug hält. Die Begeisterung war groß und Christian Wrenkh und sein Team unterstützen alle tatkräftig. Nach 90 Minuten war das Essen fertig.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Die Arbeitsflächen wurden zu einer festlichen Tafel verwandelt und es ging an den köstlichen Part des Abends. Das Essen! Es schmeckte allen vorzüglich. Die Stimmung war ausgelassen und alle verstanden sich prächtig.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Es war ein rundum gelungener Abend, der mit einem großen Dank an Christian und sein Team verbunden ist.</p>
Die fantastischen Berichte findet ihr <a href="http://www.yelp.de/biz/yelp-kocht-im-hamburger-kochsalon-hamburg" style="color: #0000bf;" target="_blank">hier</a> und schaut euch ebenfalls die schönen Fotos auf unserer <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157650732580788" style="color: #0000bf;" target="_blank">Flickr Seite</a> an!</div>
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</div>Heiko2015-03-03T05:21:52-08:00Calgary Gets Pamperedhttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/calgary-gets-pampered.html
Calgary Yelp Elites celebrated one of the best parts about Friday night... Getting ready! With tasty sips, delectable light-bites from Velvet Cafe, and a full-range of men's and women's mini spa treatments from Diva Salon Spa, we were some of...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/yelps-pre-party-pamper-at-diva-calgary" style="display: inline;" target="_blank"><img alt="Pamper-header" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b7c757ce18970b image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b7c757ce18970b-800wi" title="Pamper-header" /></a></p>
<p>Calgary Yelp Elites celebrated one of the best parts about Friday night... Getting ready! With tasty sips, delectable light-bites from <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/velvet-cafe-calgary-2" target="_self">Velvet Cafe</a>, and a full-range of men&#39;s and women&#39;s mini spa treatments from <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/diva-salon-spa-calgary-13" target="_self">Diva Salon Spa</a>, we were some of the first to see their newly renovated location.</p>
<p>Ever sipped a glass of wine while getting a professional hand massage? Well, we did, and it was glorious!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/yelps-pre-party-pamper-at-diva-calgary" target="_self">Read the rave reviews</a> and see the photos on <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157651068871415/with/16452681057/" target="_blank">Flickr</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors who made this evening possible: <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/diva-salon-spa-calgary-13" target="_blank">Diva Salon Spa</a> • <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/velvet-cafe-calgary-2" target="_blank">Velvet Cafe</a> • <a href="http://twitter.com/keightyen" target="_blank">Katie Novak Photography</a></strong></p>Dale E.2015-03-02T16:40:26-08:00Elite Event: Brewskis And Wings Tasting In San Antoniohttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/elite-event-brewskis-and-wings-tasting-in-san-antonio.html
There's nothing like an exclusive tasting before their doors officially open and that's what San Antonio's Yelp Elite squad was treated to. An intimate beer and wing pairing for 30 Elite members with a little bit of trivia created a...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-brewskis-and-wings-event-san-antonio" style="display: inline;" target="_self" title="Yelp&#39;s Brewskis and Wings Pairing"><img alt="Brewskis and Wings" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0fd8a970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0fd8a970c-800wi" title="Brewskis and Wings" /></a></p>
<p>There&#39;s nothing like an exclusive tasting before their doors officially open and that&#39;s what San Antonio&#39;s Yelp Elite squad was treated to. An intimate beer and wing pairing for 30 Elite members with a little bit of trivia created a night to remember. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/brewingz-sports-bar-and-grill-san-antonio" target="_self">BreWingz</a> hosted a scrumptious feast with guest speakers from their kitchen, executive staff, and Silver Eagle Distributors. With unique pairings such as Teriyaki Thai &amp; Kirin, and&#0160;Orange Ginger with Michelob Ultra Light; everyone left the night with full stomachs and amazing gift bags. Special thanks goes out to the <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/brewingz-sports-bar-and-grill-san-antonio" target="_self">BreWingz</a> family for hosting us and helping us kick off 2015 to a great year!</p>
<p>Photos are available to view <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157650725242448" target="_self">here</a>, and don&#39;t forget to read the <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-brewskis-and-wings-event-san-antonio" target="_self">reviews</a> about the event!</p>United StatesTomas Rey2015-03-02T15:42:35-08:00Local Legends: Rhiannon MacDonnell's Niche Experiences http://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/local-legends-rhiannon-macdonnells-niche-experiences-.html
Yelp's new blog series, Local Legends, takes a look at the faces and stories of the amazing people who make up their home cities, told to us in their own words: "When I speak to people who are coming to...<p><em> <a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e109d2970c-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="My favourite London things are very" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e109d2970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e109d2970c-800wi" title="My favourite London things are very" /></a></em><em>Yelp&#39;s new blog series, Local Legends, takes a look at the faces and stories of the amazing people who make up their home cities, told to us in their own words:</em></p>
<div><strong>&quot;When I speak to people who are coming to visit me in London, they have a really particular idea of what this city is: It&#39;s princes and princesses and shows and that sort of thing. My London is much smaller.&#0160;I enjoy that so many things in London happen in small places you don&#39;t even know are there. You enter through this random door and then you enter this world of something cool. My favourite London things are very niche. They&#39;re very small.&quot;</strong></div>
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<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/dishoom-london" target="_blank">Dishoom</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/the-modern-pantry-london" target="_blank">Modern Pantry</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/the-dovetail-london-2" target="_blank">The Dovetail</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/hampstead-heath-london" target="_blank">Hampstead Heath</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/borough-market-london-3" target="_blank">Borough Market</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/whitecross-market-london" target="_blank">Whitecross Market</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/tramshed-london" target="_blank">Tramshed</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/the-lion-and-unicorn-london" target="_blank">The Lion and The Unicorn</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/loungelover-london" target="_blank">Loungelover</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/santore-london" target="_blank">Santore</a>&#0160;</li>
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</div>Alex Shebar2015-03-02T15:03:30-08:00Yelp Toronto's Progressive Party Fit For Kings http://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/yelp-torontos-progressive-party-fit-for-kings-.html
Toronto Elites were reminded just how ballin’ the badge is by being treated for three fabulous hours at three of Toronto’s tastiest locales: Duke’s Refresher + Bar, a bumpin’ place for after work drinks, snacks and general coolness. Next up...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0f645970c-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="NeatBlogScreen Shot 2015-03-02 at 3.58.24 PM" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0f645970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0f645970c-800wi" title="NeatBlogScreen Shot 2015-03-02 at 3.58.24 PM" /></a></p>
<p>Toronto Elites were reminded just how ballin’ the badge is by being treated for three fabulous hours at three of Toronto’s tastiest locales: Duke’s Refresher + Bar, a bumpin’ place for after work drinks, snacks and general coolness. Next up was Scaddabush, simple Italian fare in an elegant atmosphere with unforgettable pizzas, desserts and cocktails. Lastly, we popped over to Reds for some impossibly fresh oysters and gin cocktails made with their own tantalizing tonic with a side of friendly shuffleboard. Since they’re all on the same block, you, too, can feel the coolness of being Elite and try this crawl for yourself! Happy drinking and dining!</p>
<p>Thank you to our generous sponsors: <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/dukes-refresher-bar-toronto" target="_self">Duke&#39;s Refresher + Bar</a> • <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/scaddabush-italian-kitchen-and-bar-toronto" target="_self">Scaddabush</a> • <a href="http://www.yelp.ca/biz/reds-midtown-tavern-toronto-2" target="_self">Reds Midtown Tavern</a></p>Evelyn W2015-03-02T13:08:16-08:00Yelp Elites Have a Late Night Date Nighthttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/yelp-elites-have-a-late-night-date-night.html
Last Thursday, night owls from all across Chicago came out for a Late Night Date Night at Tippling Hall. River North's newest hot spot for nocturnal noshing served up several specialty cocktails and samples from their menu of global comfort...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fb6b55970d-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="YELP Elite Late Night Date Night | Flickr - Photo Sharing! 2015-03-02 14-02-43" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fb6b55970d image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fb6b55970d-800wi" title="YELP Elite Late Night Date Night | Flickr - Photo Sharing! 2015-03-02 14-02-43" /></a></p>
<p>Last Thursday, night owls from all across Chicago came out for a Late Night Date Night at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/tippling-hall-chicago-2" target="_self">Tippling Hall</a>. River North&#39;s newest hot spot for nocturnal noshing served up several specialty cocktails and samples from their menu of global comfort food including sliders, flatbreads, crab cakes, bacon wrapped dates and other bodacious bites well into the wee hours of the morning. It was well worth waking up tired the next day! </p>
<p>Check out the <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157650682402060/" target="_blank">photos</a>, and be sure to read the <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelp-elite-late-night-date-night-chicago" target="_blank">reviews</a> from this fabulous event!</p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our sponsor:</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.tipplinghall.com/" target="_self">Tippling Hall</a> (<a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/tippling-hall-chicago-2" target="_blank">Yelp</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/tipplinghall" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TipplingHall" target="_blank">FB</a>)</strong></p>
<p>&#0160;</p>Danny Wurst2015-03-02T12:05:02-08:00Philadelphia's VIP Nighthttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/vip-night-at-philadelphias-academy-of-music-kimmel-center.html
On Wednesday evening, Yelp Elite Squad members were treated to a five-hour progressive event which included cocktail receptions, multiple venues, and a performance by The Illusionists. The evening began at Academy Gold in the Academy of Music. After a thrilling...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0b8b9970c-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Academy of Music" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0b8b9970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0b8b9970c-800wi" title="Academy of Music" /></a></p>
<p>On Wednesday evening, Yelp Elite Squad members were treated to a five-hour progressive event which included cocktail receptions, multiple venues, and a performance by The Illusionists. The evening began at Academy Gold in the Academy of Music. After a thrilling show, elites were led to the Kimmel Center and treated to cocktails and light bites at Bar Volver, followed by a dessert reception with cordials in the rooftop Hamilton Garden. Check out the <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157650667246257/" target="_self">photos</a>, and be sure to read the <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelp-elite-event-at-the-academy-of-music-and-kimmel-center-philadelphia" target="_self">reviews</a> from this fabulous event!</p>
<div><strong>Thanks to our sponsors:</strong>
<p><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/academy-of-music-philadelphia" target="_self">Academy of Music</a>&#0160;• <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/kimmel-center-for-the-performing-arts-philadelphia" target="_self">Kimmel Center</a>&#0160;• <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/volv%C3%A9r-philadelphia" target="_self">Volvér</a> • <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/garces-catering-philadelphia" target="_self">Garces Catering</a>&#0160;• <a href="http://mrmagicfamily.com" target="_self">Mr. Magic Family Entertainment </a></p>
</div>Michelle C2015-03-02T07:54:40-08:00Yelp NC Triangle's Fit Club 2015http://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/yelp-nc-triangles-fit-club-2015.html
For the entire month of February, NC Triangle Yelpers were busy fighting the bulge at local active-lifestyle businesses all over the Triangle. Businesses offered a variety of FREE classes as part of Yelp's Fit Club! Yelpers helped their health by...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0af1b970c-pihttp://www.yelp.com/events/raleigh-yelps-fit-club-2015" style="display: inline;" target="_self"><img alt="Fit Bluc " border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0af1b970c image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b8d0e0af1b970c-800wi" title="Fit Bluc " /></a></p>
<p>For the entire month of February, NC Triangle Yelpers were busy fighting the bulge at local active-lifestyle businesses all over the Triangle. Businesses&#0160;offered a variety of FREE classes as part of Yelp&#39;s Fit Club! Yelpers helped their health by partaking in events throughout the month. Read all the fantastic reviews of &#0160;<a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-glow-ride-flywheel-raleigh" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Glow Ride @ Flywheel</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-orangetheory-fitness-chapel-hill" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @ Orangetheory Fitness</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-burn-athletic-raleigh" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @ Burn Athletic</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-title-boxing-club-cary" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @ Title Boxing</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-vertical-tease-durham" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @&#0160;Vertical Tease</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-madabolic-raleigh" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @&#0160;MADabolic</a>, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-pbx-pilates-barre-extreme-raleigh" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @&#0160;PBX Pilates Barre Extreme</a>, and <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-fit-club-core-dynamics-dance-center-raleigh" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Fit Club @&#0160;Core Dynamics Dance Center</a>.&#0160;</p>
<p>Thanks to our fabulous sponsors:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.kindsnacks.com/" target="_self">KIND snacks</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/moes-southwest-grill-raleigh" target="_self">Moe&#39;s Southwest Grill </a>- <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/flywheel-sports-raleigh-raleigh-4" target="_self">Flywheel Raleigh</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/orangetheory-fitness-chapel-hill" target="_self">Orangetheory Fitness Chapel Hill </a>-<a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/burn-athletic-raleigh" target="_self"> Burn Athletic</a>&#0160;- <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/title-boxing-club-cary" target="_self">Title Boxing</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/vertical-tease-durham-durham" target="_self">Vertical Tease</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/madabolic-raleigh-raleigh" target="_self">MADabolic Raleigh</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/pbx-pilates-barre-extreme-raleigh-2" target="_self">PBX Pilates Barre Extreme</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/core-dynamics-dance-center-raleigh" target="_self">Core Dynamics Dance Center</a> - <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/badminton-nc-morrisville" target="_self">Badminton NC</a>.&#0160;</p>Lauryn2015-03-02T07:19:18-08:00East Bay's Local Love Hornblower Cruise http://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/east-bays-local-love-hornblower-cruise-.html
February... 'tis the season of love, and there's plenty to adore here in the East Bay East Bay. On February 18th, 300 Yelp Elite members came aboard the Empress Hornblower in the Berkeley Marina for Yelp's Local Love Cruise. This...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07faaf52970d-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Hornblower-blog photo" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201bb07faaf52970d image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07faaf52970d-800wi" title="Hornblower-blog photo" /></a></p>
<p>February... &#39;tis the season of love, and there&#39;s plenty to adore here in the East Bay East Bay. On February 18th, 300 Yelp Elite members came aboard the Empress Hornblower in the Berkeley Marina for <strong><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-event-yelps-local-love-hornblower-cruise-berkeley" target="_self">Yelp&#39;s Local Love Cruise.</a></strong> This 3-hour tour of all things loveable in our &#39;hood included sunset views, delicious bites, strong sips, and sultry entertainment from a boat-load of fantastic local businesses. From ice cream sandwiches, to stout floats; chorizo paella to opera performances, Yelpers were swooning the night away.</p>
<p>Guest donations raised $1300 for our charity partner, <a href="http://www.yelp.com/breadproject.org">The Bread Project</a>. We love to party with a purpose!</p>
<p>Many thanks to Hornblower Cruises &amp; Events, and all our beloved event partners:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.yelp.com/breadproject.org">The Bread Project</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/prickly-pig-oakland">Prickly Pig</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/%C3%B1ora-spanish-catering-oakland">Nora Cocina Espanola</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/smokes-poutinerie-berkeley">Smoke&#39;s Poutinerie</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/three-twins-ice-cream-san-francisco-5">Three Twins Ice Cream</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/simply-mochi-san-francisco">Simply Mochi</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/its-it-ice-cream-burlingame">IT&#39;S IT Ice Cream</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/www.miawines.com">Mia Wines</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/big-red-beer-wagon-berkeley">Bison Brewing</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/www.calicraft.com">Calicraft Brewing</a><br /><a href="http://www.tequilaespolon.com/">Espolon Tequila</a><br /><a href="http://www.skyy.com/">SKYY Vodka</a><br /><a href="http://wildturkeybourbon.com/age-gate/">Wild Turkey</a> <br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/www.cocolibreorganic.com">Coco Libre</a><br /><a href="http://www.joialife.com/">Joia Natural Soda</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/Www.foufouha.net">Fou Fou Ha</a><br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/ukulenny-oakland">Ukelenny</a><br />DJ Angel Powers<br /><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/luba-yudasina-opera-singer-san-francisco" target="_self">Opera by Luba</a></p>
<p>Read all the <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-event-yelps-local-love-hornblower-cruise-berkeley" target="_self">nautical tales</a> and check out the pro photos <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157650533297048" target="_self">here</a>. </p>Nique!2015-03-01T12:09:03-08:00Yelp's Theater Social at Hartford Stagehttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/03/yelps-theater-social-at-hartford-stage.html
On Thursday night, Hartford's Yelp Elite Squad enjoyed a night at the theater with a preview of Reverberation at Hartford Stage. Written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Maxwell Williams, this powerful, moving production resonated with each event attendee. As...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fa9465970d-pi" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Yelp Hartford Stage 52" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fa9465970d image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201bb07fa9465970d-800wi" title="Yelp Hartford Stage 52" /></a></p>
<p>On Thursday night, Hartford&#39;s Yelp Elite Squad enjoyed a night at the theater with a preview of <em>Reverberation</em> at <a href="http://www.hartfordstage.org" target="_self">Hartford Stage</a>. Written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Maxwell Williams, this powerful, moving production resonated with each event attendee. As <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-elite-theater-social-at-hartford-stage-hartford?sort_by=date_desc" target="_self">Hilary R</a> puts it, &quot;It had everything in terms of emotions: grief, love, regret, pain, friendship, humor, trust, anger, joy...something that everyone could relate to. &#0160;The story was gripping, and it kept me on edge the entire time.&quot; Earlier in the evening, Yelp Eiltes were treated to a spread of delicious treats from <a href="http://www.lpfcafe.com" target="_self">La Petite France</a> and <a href="http://tapasonline.com" target="_self">Tapas</a> while learning about the production from director Maxwell Williams. Check out the photos by <a href="http://www.nickcaito.com" target="_self">Nick Caito</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/yelp/sets/72157651113689425/" target="_self">here</a>, and read the review raves <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-elite-theater-social-at-hartford-stage-hartford?sort_by=date_desc" target="_self">here</a>! To learn more about Reverberation and purchase tickets, <a href="http://www.hartfordstage.org" target="_self">click here</a>.&#0160;</p>Emily2015-03-01T09:24:30-08:00Portland Elites Are Sweet On ECHO Natural Beautyhttp://communityblog.yelp.com/2015/02/portland-elites-are-sweet-on-echo-natural-beauty.html
Treat yo self! And that's exactly what the ladies of the Yelp Portland Elite Squad did! Last Wednesday 30 Yelpers gathered at ECHO Natural Beauty for Yelp Gives You Some Sugar, an evening of complimentary food, champagne and spa services!...<p><a class="asset-img-link" href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-event-yelp-gives-you-some-sugar-echo-natural-beauty-portland" style="display: inline;" target="_self"><img alt="Cover" border="0" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d83452b44469e201b7c7564a03970b image-full img-responsive" src="http://www.yelpblog.com/.a/6a00d83452b44469e201b7c7564a03970b-800wi" title="Cover" /></a></p>
<p>Treat yo self! And that&#39;s exactly what the ladies of the Yelp Portland Elite Squad did! Last Wednesday 30 Yelpers gathered at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/echo-natural-beauty-portland-2" target="_self">ECHO Natural Beauty</a> for Yelp Gives You Some Sugar, an evening of complimentary food, champagne and spa services! Owners Jami and Shannon offered chair massages and sugar hair removal, while special guests offered sugar scrubs and makeup demos! After their primping and pampering, each guest left with both a goody bag full of luxury samples and an appreciation for the city&#39;s only boutique dedicated to 100% natural beauty supplies. To hear what the Yelpers themselves had to say, read the <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-event-yelp-gives-you-some-sugar-echo-natural-beauty-portland" target="_self">reviews</a>!&#0160;</p>
A special thanks to our sponsor:
<p><a href="http://www.echonaturalbeauty.com/" target="_self">ECHO Natural Beauty</a> • <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/echo-natural-beauty-portland-2" target="_self">Yelp</a> • <a href="https://www.facebook.com/echonaturalbeauty" target="_self">Facebook</a> • <a href="https://instagram.com/echonaturalbeauty/" target="_self">Instagram</a>&#0160;</p>
<p>&#0160;</p>Matt2015-02-28T08:42:00-08:00